The U.S. Geological Survey monitors water level (water surface elevation relative to an arbitrary datum) and measures streamflow in Alaska rivers to compute and compile river flow records for use by water resource planners, engineers, and land managers to design infrastructure, manage floodplains, and protect life, property, and aquatic resources. Alaska has over 800,000 miles of rivers including the Yukon River, the third longest river in the United States. These rivers are home to rare and important ecosystems and are used for recreation, hydropower generation, commercial fishing, and transportation. River flow measurements are essential for wise and safe development and use of Alaska rivers.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Title | Remote sensing of river flow in Alaska—New technology to improve safety and expand coverage of USGS streamgaging |
| DOI | 10.3133/fs20193024 |
| Authors | Jeff Conaway, John R. Eggleston, Carl J. Legleiter, John W. Jones, Paul J. Kinzel, John W. Fulton |
| Publication Type | Report |
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Series Title | Fact Sheet |
| Series Number | 2019-3024 |
| Index ID | fs20193024 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Alaska Science Center Water; Colorado Water Science Center; Pennsylvania Water Science Center; Virginia Water Science Center |
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